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A pergola is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your backyard into your own little retreat. There are shady cantilever umbrellas and practical pop-up canopy tents for more mobile shade, but pergolas ...

A pergola is a great way to add a little shade and a sense of privacy to your patio. But the open latticework doesn’t provide complete shade or any protection from rain. If you’re planning to build a ...

A dreamy patio setup expands the functional footprint of your house by making an area akin to an outdoor living room. Work the appropriate patio cover ideas into your design scheme and that alfresco ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A pergola in the backyard makes for a cozy, defined outdoor space. In fact, they're one of the options HGTV's Property Brothers suggest to add ...